March 2017

Lane Voted District High School Teacher of Year
BYHANNAH KING
DIAMONDDANIELS mate compliment
STAFF WRITERS for others to rec-
ognize my efforts.”
M rs. Hannah AP Lane also
Lane, expresses her grat-
Psychology and itude for being
English teacher, voted best district
has been voted the high school teach-
best high school er of the year. She
teacher not only at conveys, “This is
Morristown West such an honor! I
High but also in love this school
the entire Hamblen and the colleagues
county. Her co- and students who
workers nominated have made this
and voted her to be home to me. I take
the teacher of the every chance I
year. can to brag about
Then, a com- West High School.
mittee at Central I truly feel that am
Office narrowed an Dr. Dale Lynch congratulates Mrs. Hannah Lane, District Teacher of the Year. apart of something
greater than my-
application process couldn’t possibly for their students voted teacher of help my students self. I am surround-
to vote Lane Dis- name all of them! and want them the year she ex- better understand ed by excellent
trict High School We have so many to do their best, presses her enthu- concepts, be bet- teachers, and i am
Teacher of the Year. teachers who are who push them siasm with, “I was ter thinkers, be proud to be count-
Her paperwork giving it their all to achieve their completely sur- better decisions ed among them.
has been forward- every day, so many goals and who help prised to be picked makers and overall I feel complete-
ed to compete for who are making a them attain their teacher of the year, be better people. I ly humbled and
Regional Teacher difference in the dreams. Fellow I looked pretty would like to think blessed.” Congrat-
of the Year at the lives of students on teachers, you are surprised in my that I am making ulations to Lane
high school level. a daily basis. We awesome! I am so s e m i - e m b a r r a s s - a difference in the and best wishes in
Lane stated, are blessed to have lucky to be apart of ing video, thanks lives of my stu- the regional teach-
“There are so many a wonderful school the Trojan Family!” to Mr. Landefeld dents. I hope this er competition.
deserving teach- with excellent Totally sur- for that one. My is why I was cho-
ers at West that I teachers who care prised by being goal each day is to sen. It is the ulti-

Crisis Management Code: Learning the Facts
BY DIAMOND DANIELS
STAFF WRITER Ex: Plane Crash, Code Green: with re- ment team with specif- place a note on their from the hall in their
Chemical Spills, sponse it is considered a ically assigned duties window with num- class with their name
No one ever level one lock-down. All report to the designated ber of students miss- beside a “+” sign. Nor-
wishes to be etc. teachers on planning meeting area. All other ing with a “-” sign or if mal classroom activities
in a lock-down, and the crisis manage- staff members should there are extra students should be conducted.
but West High is Ex: Drug dog in lights remain on,
required to hold building Code Yellow: lock- sidered a level two teachers should re- or any extra students
practice drills. down with no re- lock-down. All staff flect how many stu- “+” with these signs
However, when Ex: Gunman in sponse, continue and students should dents are missing “-” beside their name.
a real lock-down building teaching, this is con- be out of hallways, Normal classroom
occurs, what do dents should be tivities should be
the codes mean? Ex: Medical Code Red: lock- dents should be moved away from continued. Place a
Why are they in Emergency down, with no re- out of the hallway. doors and windows. note with missing
place, and how sponse. All staff All lights should No normal class ac- and additional stu-
should teachers members and stu- be turned off, stu- dents in window.
and students re-
spond to one? Code Blue: Medi- fied medical person-
cal Emergency, all nel report to “room
teachers continue number” No students
teaching all speci- should be in the halls.

These are also found on the back of every
teacher’s badge and each include a small

description with the color.

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lvin Sanders was coach. I just really enjoy I’ve been here for 10 and in the classroom;
appointed head being in charge of the in all,” Coach Sanders as a teacher, I want to
football coach Mon- overall program and expressed with excite- prepare these guys,
day, February 20. His pushing and motivat- ment.” my students, to be the
family, other coaches, ing these guys, like ex- His Goal for all very best that they can
and the players are very ecuting Coach Brown. of the young people in possibly be. I just want
enthusiastic and appre- As head coach now, I his life is to get them to use the tool as foot-
ciative. will be getting these ready for the next step. ball, or track and field,
“I’m very ex- guys on board and ex- Sanders wants to pre- to help facilitate that
cited to have this op- ecuting my plan and pare his players and stu- and ... SEE PAGE A2
portunity. I’m looking idea for this program. dents for their future. SANDERS

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SANDERS day. I think he is
CONT. the best one for the
job and I bet if you
when they leave ask any player, they
they’ll be productive will echo that same
citizens. The things thing.’’
I’m most proud of The players know he
is the relationships I is experienced and
form with these guys, are ready to play for
my students and my him as head coach.
athletes. I’ve been in A former football
the same situation. player Dylan Ellis
Once they gradu- recalled, ‘‘I feel like
ate, their pro-former it was a great idea
athletes don’t come that Coach Sanders
back to see their was picked for head
teachers and coach- coach. He knows
es, but I have the ma- what he’s doing,
jority of them come and he’s very calm
back and see me.” headed and he’s al-
He has been waiting ready been in the
for this for almost 10 program. Person-
years, and everyone PICTURE PROVIDED BY WATE.COM ally to us players it
recognizes it. Morristown-Hamblen High School West’s new head coach, Alvin Sanders, is excited was a great decision.”
Coach White Sanders is ex-
mentioned, “I think to take up this position for the upcoming new school year. pected to do great
it was a great deci-
sion. I think the guy has paid his dues as ter man, and you Football and to rep- bad press. You’re go- things in his head
far as in a coach- won’t find better resent this school. ing to get the best of coaching career
ing rank. He does family in this com- He is like a the best and he’s go- and bring the team
everything. I think munity to represent brother to me, and ing to bring his hard to great heights.
you won’t find a bet- Morristown West you won’t get any head to work every-

Students Obtain Life Skills

BY SHAUNA Through Practice
HONAKER
SSTAFF WRITER
tudents in the When: Thursday, March 9th
CDC classroom 8am-3 pm for students, faculty, and staff
gain essential skills 12 noon – 6 pm for community members
for life. Recently Where: Morristown West High School
theses students have West High Auditorium
been doing things Medic Bus outside of gymnasium
in order to achieve
the skills they need.
Some of the
things they have
been doing are:
cleaning tables and
chairs in the cafete- BENEFITS SHEET
Drill Pay (effective 1 Jan 16)
ria, doing laundry, Most Unit Training Assemblies are scheduled for one weekend a month.
games and activ- (Less than 2 years of service)
E1 $209 E3 $246
ities with a direct E2 $234 E4 $278
focus, Java to Go,
supervised cook- Monthly Active Duty Pay (effective 1 Jan 16)
Basic Training will be nine weeks long. Your job training (Advanced In-
ing, and most re- dividual Training) could be from 4 weeks to 2 years depending on the job
cently sanitizing
the lockers in the (MOS) you enlist for. Soldiers who have dependents may receive addi-
tional pay (BAH). (less than 2 years of service)
freshmen academy. E1 $1,567 E3 $1,847
Jodie Ba-
kely, CDC teach- E2 $1,756 E4 $2,046
¬Annual Training Pay (effective 1 Jan 16)
er said, “I think Most units attend 15 days of annual training each year. Soldiers who have
it is a great train- dependents may receive additional pay (BAH).
ing program for E2 $858 (less than 2 years of service)
E3 $902
my students. They E4 $999
need extra prac-
tice and repetition. Montgomery GI Bill for Reserve Components $13,248.00 ($368.00/
Month for Full Time)
This helps them to (Available to ALL units regardless of MOS)
gain skills and to
get out of our class- Riley Derry, Isaac Wellman, and You’ll qualify for Montgomery GI Bill benefits as soon as you finish your
room and interact Devin Garret learn maintenance skills Initial Active Duty Training. If you have previous military service, you’ll
with more people.” through cleaning freshmen lockers. qualify immediately upon enlistment. A six-year enlistment is required.
The skills This benefit is Tax Free. Participants must be a High School Graduate or
these students are dependent living site outside of school. GED Holder.
developing are things skills, cooking, hy- Bakely adds, “As they GI Bill Kicker $7,200.00 ($350.00/Month) Federal
like: social and con- giene, and safety. gain skills and be- Tuition Assistance (TA)
versational skills, The benefits come more indepen- Student Loan Repayment Program
proper etiquette in of doing these activ- dent, we will adjust • Receive up to $50,000 Student Loan Repayment for one or more
public places, clean- ities give the students and add additional qualifying and disbursed Title IV Federal Loans.
ing, self-help, in- practice and training skills and experienc- • Ask your Guard Recruiter for more details about this program.
in job skills that they es to their program.” Split Option Training Program
might use on a job • Split your Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (Job
Training) into 2 different time periods, usually in the summer months.
• Main reasons to use this option is for school or seasonal employ-
ment conflicts.
• Join as a High School Junior.
Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) for College ROTC
• Combine your service in the Guard and College Reserve Officer
Training Corps (ROTC).
• Ask your Guard Recruiter for more details about receiving E-5
Drill Pay and ROTC Stipend.
Additional Benefits
• $400,000 Life Insurance coverage
• Health/Dental Insurance coverage
• Reemployment Rights
• Space Available Air travel
*If interested call SSG Jonathan D. Reaves @ 423-254-7417

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Benefit your Community, Benefit Yourself

BY HANNAH STONE The American Red Cross of Northeast Tennessee serves Carter, Claiborne, Cooke, Grainger, Greene, your neighbor, some-
OPINIONS EDITOR times a stranger. Be a
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Every eight min- A hug. A meal. Your
utes, the Ameri- nessee. Volunteer near you. time. With the Red
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Conquering Spring Break ‘Staycations’ 13 Creative Ways To Ask Someone To Prom
BY ALISA BROWN BY MOLLY
EDITOR FULLINGTON
STAFF WRITER
Spring Break is an 1. Buy a latte and put the question
exciting time for all at the bottom for he/she to find.
students and faculty. It 2. Give him/her a giant cookie
is a much needed break with the chocolate chips spelling
for most, and even a out Prom.
time for vacation. Not 3. Hide the question in a box of
everyone goes out of new shoes for he/she to find.
town. Instead many 4. If you are able to get your hands
people take a “stayca- on your date’s phone, you can
tion.” After a few days, a download apps to spell out your
“staycation” can get bor- promposal, like Pandora, Rebuz-
ing. Here are a few help- zle, Opera Mini and MetrO to
ful ideas to keep one’s spell prom.
“staycation” exciting! 5. Ask your local pizza shop to
1. To start off send a pizza spelling prom out There are many ways to do a promposal
with ideas, try planting with pepperonis. but these are thriteen ideas to help out.
a small garden outside 6. Spell out Prom with Hershey’s
your house. This is a make sure your room and create your spring Kisses, saying “Now that I’ve 9. Buy some of his/her favorite shoes
great time to start plant- reflects yourself. look. Check the store ‘kissed’ the ground you walk on, and ask her at the top of the box.
ing just before spring 4. Another fun sales before shopping; will you go to prom with me?” 10. Make a cute sign full of sweets
hits. This can help you idea is for one to have a there might be some 7. 8. Get some sidewalk chalk and asking her/him to prom.
and your family save photoshoot. Go explor- spring sales going on. write a cute promposal in his/her 11. Write prom on a basketball and
money by growing ing and find an interest- 7. Another idea driveway. casually toss it to her/him for him to
your own vegetables. ing place to take some for one to do over 8. Buy a dozen donuts and ask read.
2. Another thing pictures. Try taking spring break is to un- someone to write the word prom 12. Paint prom on his/her car with a
to do during one’s pictures outside an old plug from electronics. in icing. car marker.
“staycation” is partic- abandoned building, This is a great time to 13. Put your message in a bottle of
ipate in community or maybe experience take some relaxation sand for him/her to shake up and find.
service. For seniors, nature and take some away from your phone.
this is a perfect time pictures in the woods. Although you do not all be found on Piner- with your pet will mean out some of these ideas
to get your required 5. Be creative have to completely un- est.com. Try to use old the world to them. during spring break.
community service for during spring break. plug, you may just want soaps or things around 10. Finally, one last Make the most of your
the TN Promise out of Take things that are to reduce the use of it. the house so that it idea is travel with some spring break, and re-
the way. For all other not used around your This will give your- does not cost as much. friends somewhere lo- member to have fun!
students, this could be house and repurpose self some extra time to 9. Another idea cal. For example, go Some ideas
a great time for you to them into something spend outside, or even includes, spending time spend the day in Gat- were provided through
impact Morristown. new. For example, take to start a new hobby. with one’s pet. If one linburg, TN and help these websites. http://
3. Spring break some old flip-flops 8. Take a DIY spa has a dog, maybe try their community by w w w. c w. u a . e d u /
can also be a time for and make them into day with some friends. to take him or her on purchasing something. article/2016/03/
one to redecorate their some cute sandals One can make cleans- a walk each day. May- Not only are you hav- top-ten-staycation
room. Try painting by using bandanas. ing face masks, exfoli- be one can even take ing fun in Gatlinburg, and http://teenad-
your room with bright 6. Spring break ating bath balls, or even them out for ice cream. but you are helping re- vice.about.com/
fun colors, or maybe may be time for some make your own body If one does not have a build their communi- od/entertainment/
make your room simple new spring clothes. Take scrub. The possibilities dog, just spend time ty from the wild fires. tp/things_to_do_
and elegant. Be sure to a day to go shopping, are endless, and can with your other pet at Be sure to try during_high_school_
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Editor: Features Editor: Staff Writers: Advisor:
Alisa Brown Andee Brush Diamond Daniels Amy Whaley
Jenni Diaz
News Editor: Sports Editor: Molly Fullington One Trojan Trail
D.D. Cox Jose Lopez Shauna Honaker Morristown, TN 37813
Hannah King
A&E Editor: Opinions Editor: Cameron Walker Phone: (423) 581-1600
Rebecca Eubanks Hannah Stone Harley Kimbrough Fax: (423) 585-3791
http://mhhsw.hcboe.net/
*West Side Story is a student publication that reflects the views of individual students instead of
Hamblen County Schools or Morristown Hamblen High School West.

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College Highlights Featuring Tennessee College
of Applied Technology

BY REBECCA of the programs are allowed to dual enroll Tuition and anywhere from twelve take comp and natural
EUBANKS to give students the at TCAT. Unlike nor- fees are paid per term. to twenty months. science. Here at TCAT
A&E EDITOR opportunity to learn mal dual enrollment Most of the cost can be Nursing is a popu- you spend five days a
marketable skills for classes, taking these covered by Tennessee lar program offered. week working on your
Editor Note: This ar- entering into the la- courses requires dif- Promise or Reconnect. Chris Ed- program of study.”
ticle is a continuation bor market, learn ap- ferent skills. These elite Uniform, safety glass- monds, business in- Needless to say,
of a series to adver- propriate work habits students must give up es, and other protective dustry and LEAP TCAT is a college of
tise local colleges to and attitudes into the both first and second measures are required. project manager, says, skill. If one thinks tradi-
students in an infor- occupational program, block to go to the col- Just like most colleges, “It would be easier tional college is not the
mative viewpoint. meet the present and lege. Also these are not the applicants must be to tell you who is not thing for them. TCAT
anticipated needs of textbook skills. Unlike at least eighteen, but hiring our graduates. could be the answer.
Henry Hartman the business and in- dual enrollment in unlike normal colleges Practically there is The hands on classes
once said, “Suc- dustrial community, Computation I at Wal- applicants must come not a manufacturer might be just the thing.
cess always comes and teach methods to ter State, these students declaring an occupa- in town who does not For more in-
when preparation individuals that are require outside class- tional objective. Which have TCAT alumni.” formation, one can
meets opportunity.” competency-based. room skills and receive is similar to a ma- With that be- look on www.tcatmor-
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career path they take, High. Since TCAT College of Applied percent completion nents. Edmonds also bigfuture.college-
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lege of Applied Tech- ing list, an exclusive courses from admin- 94 percent placement focused solely on the jan Nation, ask one of
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BY MOLLY Menees, Shah Voted Best Dressed
FULLINGTON Questions
STAFF WRITER 1.Why do you think you were voted for this award?
2.Where is your favorite place to shop?
3.Do you have a unique style? If yes, what is it?
4.What advice do you give to someone who isn’t sure whether others will like
or accept his or her sense of style?

Lakeer Shah Answers Lexi Menees Answers

1. “I feel like people respect my pas- 1. “I LOVE to dress up. I think that it
sion to wear nice clothes everyday.” is a ton of fun to put together different
2. “J-Crew.” outfits.”
3. “I don’t think I have a unique 2. “Altar’d State!”
style.” 3. “I guess so! I just like to pick things
4. “Don’t worry about what other to wear that most people wouldn’t
people think about your sense of have. I like to be different!”
style. If you like it and you’re com- 4. “Wear anything you want!! Your
fortable with it, then just wear it.” style expresses yourself, and it doesn’t
get better than that!”

Blevins, Shultz Voted Most Athletic

BY HARLEY KIMBROUGH Questions
STAFF WRITER
1.) What is your favorite sport to Blevins
Shultz play?
2.) Do you play a sport at school? 1.) “Football.”
1.) “Whichever sport I’m in at the time.” If so, what do you play? 2.) “Football.”
2.) “Volleyball, basketball, and softball.” 3.) Who has inspired you to enjoy 3.) “Dad.”
3.) “Everyone in my family has played, so I sports?
just grew up around them.” 4.) Have you had any serious inju- 4.) “Broken wrist and nose.”
4.) “I just tore my ACL and meniscus.” 5.) “All day, everyday.”
5.) “Used to be for 2 hours about everyday.” 6.) “Yes, sometimes.”
6.) “Yeah, they’re my favorite people to be 7.) “Be patient.”
around.”
7.) “Don’t take it for granted.” ries due to playing sports? 8.) “I’m okay at sports.”
8.) “I play three sports.”
5.) How much time do you nor-
mally spend practicing for your
sport?
6.) Do you enjoy your teammates?
7.) What words of encourage-
ment, or advice, would you give
to younger athletes?
8.) Why do you think you were
voted as the biggest athlete?

Blayke Shultz was voted as most Daymion Blevins was voted as most
athletic by her classmates. athletic by his classmates.

A6 March 2017 Features Features Editor:Andee Brush

Shockley, Phillips Voted Most Tal- Questions
1.) Why do you think
BY CAMERON WALKER you were chosen most
STAFF WRITER
spirited?
Shockley’s Answers Amber Blevins 2.)If you would not Miguel Espinoza
1. “I’ve sang my whole have won, who do you
life.” think would have won
2. “Singing.”
3. “LeaBeth Fishman.” most spirited?
3.) What do you do for
Questions West to be considered
1. Why do you think you were voted for
Most Talented? most spirited?
BY JOSE LOPEZ
2. What is your best talent? SPORTS EDITOR

Danielle Shockley Espinoza, Blevins Voted Most Spirited

3. Who do you think would have gotten Blevin’s Answers Espinoza’s Answers
most talented if you were not chosen? 1. “Because people in every stadi- 1. “I think I was chosen because I
um could hear my yelling for the did not miss a single football game.”
Phillips’ Answers Trojans, and I was dedicated.” and my face paints were insane.
1. “Because I’ve been in choir for four years, 2. “If I did not win, I would have 2. “I think Sean McGarel would’ve
I honestly didn’t think I was because there thought Emily Brown.” won.”
were many more talented people out there.” 3. “I support and cheer for the 3. “I choose different face paints ev-
2. “Singing and Athletics.” Trojans no matter if we win or ery single game, everybody always
3. “Alex Miller.” lose.” seemes to enjoy it. I also support
every other team at West.”

Luke Phillips

Brown, Mills Voted Best Looking
1. Why do you think you
BY JENNI DIAZ won best looking? Elijah Brown
STAFF WRITER Mills: “I don’t know honestly,

but I’m happy I did.”
Brown: “The senior class vot-

ed me.”

Gracey Mills 2. If not you, who should
have received this award?
Mills: “Mallory Sawyer”
Brown: “Jacob Metler”

3. How do you achieve those
good looks?
Mills: “My parents”

Brown: “My parents gave me
some good genes.”

Pratt, Lemka Voted Class Clown

BY SHAUNA
HONAKER
STAFF WRITER

Tristan Lemka Paxee Pratt

1. What is the funniest prank you have 2. Has there been a prank that has gotten you 3. Who would have won this if not you?
pulled? in major trouble? Lemka: “Isaiah McDermott.”
Lemka: “ Rolled and forked a friend’s yard, Lemka: “ Yes, one or two.” Pratt: “Amber Blevins, because I can’t think of
and put clear wrap around a toilet seat.” Pratt: “I rolled a house the night before the anyone else.”

East/ West game and got the cops called on me.

Pratt: “Coach McCash is terrifyed of snakes, So, I had to hide in the woods for two hours. The

and if you know me you know you do not tell cops found out I was the one responsible and I
me what your scared of. So, I got a snake and got in major trouble.”
put it in his room.”

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Noe, Greene Voted Most Artistic

BY DIAMOND Hannah Noe Nicholas Greene would like to ex-
DANIELS I enjoy shar- ing, charcoal and simply a pencil. voted most artis- plore would be
ing my passion.” watercolors, but Noe said, tic if I was not!” clay throwing, it’s
STAFF WRITER Noe’s fa- her most used “definitely Kin- Noe also a very relaxing
vorite mediums medium is graph- dall Painter, stated, “ The form of art that
T his year, the of art are sketch- ite, which is would have been medium of art I takes a lot of tech-
senior class nique and skill
voted Hannah it is also beau-
Noe and Nicho- tiful to watch.”
las Greene most N i c h o l a s
artistic. Hannah Greene said, “
Noe said, “I’m not If I was not vot-
really sure why I ed most artis-
was voted most tic, I think Jacob
artistic, there Meteler would
are a lot of real- have been” He
ly talented artists said the medium
at this school. of art he would
Whenever I cre- like to explore
ate a new portrait would be “Play-
I like to share Dough molding”
my art with my
friends and class
mates because

McGarel, Nilson Voted Biggest Transformation
BY HARLEY KIMBROUGH
STAFF WRITER Questions
1.) Are you proud of the changes
Nilson’s Answers that you now have? McGarel’s Answers
2.) What do you think has changed
1.) “Yes.” most about yourself? McGarel’s answers were not available at press
2.) “Other than look wise, I would say my ma- 3.) What are the achievements you time.
turity and my attitude.” are most proud of?
3.) “Employee of the month at the car wash.”

4.) “I would say that I am outgoing as well as 4.) How would you describe
easy going.” yourself ?
5.) “To be happy and travel lots.” 5.) What are your biggest goals and
6.) “I think a lot of my peers voted me biggest

transformation to give me a hard time because dreams?
it’s an on-going joke. But mostly because of 6.) Why do you think you were
how I looked freshman year vs. now.” voted as the biggest transformation?

Before After

Grace Nilson before her Grace Nilson was voted as the biggest Sean McGarel was voted as the biggest
transformation. transformation by the senior class. transformation by the senior class.

Congratulations Class of 2017 Who’s Who Recipients

Lauren Barnett Brandon Jacome-Mendez Emily Medford Dawson Ray
Shannon Clarke Emily Johnston Abby Mitchell Jose Salazar
Amanda Cook Kendyl Kowalski Scotty Munsey
Braeden Evans Jessica Landefeld Sydney Newsome Ian Seal
Nicholas Greene Jessica Lord Megan Pennala Danielle Shockley
Jonathan Holan Tristan Lotivio Luke Phillips
Ross Lynam Calista Psichopaidas Sydnie Shultz
Keyon Hugle Sean McGarel Grace Purgason Olivia Starks
Stone Isaacs Matthew Trent
Ross Walker
Kelley Wilder

B2 March 2017 A&E A&E Editor: Rebecca Eubanks

Conquering Prom: DIY Corsage Creation

BY ALISA BROWN on Tight Budget tail at the end porting flowers are glued
before cutting around the main flower,
EDITOR the ribbon one should add two more
Prom is the season from the spool flowers just like the main
for spending money. of ribbon. flower. The two flowers
Dresses today do not come After cutting should be placed on the left
cheap, and one should not the ribbon, one and right side of the main
forget about all the acces- must twist the flower. The supporting
sories that go along with bow in half and flowers will be in-between
it. Knowing how to reduce then tie it off the two flowers added on.
some of the cost of prom can with the same The two extra flowers may
save oneself some money. ribbon. After have leaves on them, but
Making one’s tying it off, one the ones pictured do not.
own corsage is one way must fluff the
the costs of prom can re- bow by pulling Step 7.
duce. Not only is one sav- each loop clos- After the two
ing money, but one can er to the one
show their creativity skills. beside it. The flowers are added on, one
The follow- bow should may next wrap the bracelet
ing steps can help one end up looking in matching ribbon. Wrap-
make their own corsage. like a present ping the bracelet in ribbon
bow. will add a fancy flare to the
Step 1. Items needed for this project inch of a tail before corsage.
Floral Wire starting the bow Step 4.
Make a round wire brace- Floral Tape process. To start the After Step 8.
let to attach the corsage Wire Cutters bow process, one
on. Make sure the bracelet Main Flowers such as Roses must make a loop the bow is The corsage is
fits well and does not slide Supporting flowers such as smaller and then twist and completed, done, but one may add
off one’s wrist easily. Next, make another loop. one may glue some glitter or anything
twist the extra ends of the When one twist after the bow down extra one may like.
wire onto the rest of the the first loop, the beside the main flower. Remember to be
bracelet. This secures the There is not a certain side creative with your DIY
bracelet. Then wrap the two the bow must be glued on. corsage. Saving money
sharp ends of the floral wire during prom can be tough,
with floral tape, so that the Step 5. but making a corsage will
wire does not cut one’s self help.
while wearing the corsage. Next, one should In prom season
take the supporting flowers every little bit of savings
Step 2. daises or baby’s breath pattern of the ribbon such as small daisies or ba- helps in tremendous ways!
should be seen on the by’s breath, and glue them The total cost for this proj-
After the bracelet outside from both alongside the main flower. ect was $7.00. The price
is done, one should cut loops. One should Any supporting flowers will increase based on the
the main flower out of its flower on top of the center beside the flower. The bow continue this process with can be used. The support- flowers and whether one
bunch. Leave enough room of the bracelet. may be added to either making about four loops ing flowers should be glued uses real or silk flowers.
to be able to wrap the stem side of the flower, or even on each side. After one on every side of the main Prom can be more afford-
around the bracelet. One Step 3 . both sides if one desires. has eight loops total, one flower. able with creative home-
should leave some leafs on When one makes the bow, should leave about an inch made accessories.
the main bracelet. Then Once the main one should leave about an Step 6.
once the main flower is cut flower is glued on, next
out then one may glue the one should add a bow After the sup-

A&E Editor: Rebecca Eubanks A&E March 2017 B3

West High Valentines Concert: Trojans Sing Their Hearts Out

BY ANDEE BRUSH All the students of the West High Advanced Choir join together on the stage for the final song “How During this song, mem-
FEATURES EDITOR bers of the audience
Sweet it is To Be Loved By You.” couldn’t help but laugh
Feb. 14 was certainly a when Munsey took a pie
very eventful day for would have been popular singing “Love,” followed “Fly Me to the Moon.” played the guitar while to Miller’s face and whip
West students, but by the during this time period. by an energetic perfor- Rather than singing the songs “Run- cream went flying every-
time seven o’clock in the The students mance of “He’s So Fine” simply singing along to around Sue” and “Can’t where. Many other songs
evening rolled around, sang a variety of heart- that Alyssa Brianne and a soundtrack, the Ad- Help Falling in Love.” were sang throughout
the West High audito- felt songs, both slow Brianna Bean sang to- vanced Choir made the The show took the concert performance,
rium was full of parents love songs and upbeat gether in twinning out- concert certainly unique a comical turn with stu- such as “Somethings
and students, ready to songs with a touch of fits. Several of the next by incorporating an in- dents Matthew Trent, Got a Hold on Me,”
witness a lovely show. humor. The show started songs included “Dream a strument with the sing- Josh Smith, Scotty Mun- “My Boyfriend’s Back”,
The timing couldn’t have off with Braeden Evans Little Dream,” “Don’t Go ers, like Jackson Wilson sey, and Aleks Hav- and “Mr. Sandman.”
been more perfect for the and Lexi Christopher Breaking My Heart,” and and Morgan Coffey, who en singing “Lollipop.” All of the West
Valentine’s concert be- students’ in the advanced
ing rescheduled to take choir had officially paid
place on none other than off as everyone gathered
Valentines Day itself. together on the stage for
West High Ad- one big finale and sang
vanced Choir had been “How Sweet it is To Be
preparing for quite some Loved By You.” With
time, and by the end of one major final applause
the performance, ev- the show had ended, but
eryone left with smiling love remained in the air
faces and memories of because of the success-
the good old times. The ful West High Valentines
theme of the concert was Concert where Trojans
based in the 50’s and 60’s, sang their hearts out.
with the stage decorated
as an old soda shop that

Getting Ready for Spring with DIY Phone Cases

BY JENNI DIAZ
STAFF WRITER
Materials:
-Clear phone case
-Paint of desired colors
-Sponge brushes or paint brushes (one for each color
recommended)
-Permanent marker

Instructions:
-On the interior of the phone case, draw designs or
shapes desired all throughout the case. (let dry for
thirty minutes to an hour.)
-Start with the darkest color and create and ombre
effect to transition onto the other color.
-Let dry and paint on a second coat or until it is not
transparent anymore.

Materials:
- Clear phone case
-Paint of various colors
-Tape
-Scissors (optional)
Instructions:
-If utilizing scissors, cut tape however wide the phone
case is and in various sizes, and place on the inside of
the phone case.
-Paint the inside of the phone case however desired
and let it dry until putting on another layer.
-Before letting the last layer dry completely, remove
tape and let dry for an hour to two hours.

2 piece dresses are allowed
this year, but one must cover
up the navel.

B4 March 2017 Sports Sports Editor: Jose Lopez

Rim Reapers Shoot Hot Shots “It was a
BY REBECCA
EUBANKS good team
A&E EDITOR effort. I
Everyone in was real-
ly proud of
the Micheal the defense.
R. Reed gymna-
sium, including We have a
couple kids
Mrs. Laster’s dog, who really
was eager to see
the potential of take care of
the basket-
the West High ball. Cam-
sports program,
also known as den Lovin
does a real-
freshmen boys ly good job
team, play against
Sevierville on at running
the point
Jan. 23. With a for us. Trent
relatively large
sized crowd, the (Love-
lace) is an
gym was roar- all around
ing with the en-
thusiasm of fans player, and
we have
from both sides. got some
Through team
work and skill, post that
can get on
both ssipdeecstacpuulatrWest High Trojans Freshmen take the tip off against Sevier. Trojans go for a layup fighting against Sevier. the board.”
up a Mason Evans
fight. When the final score was 10-8. Tro- ond quarter ended rides, this one was practicing, but they favorite part of be-
buzzer sounded, the jans were in the lead. with a score 23-16. nearing its end, but always do a great ing a Trojan is being
Trojans took the win Just like the By the third Sevierville would not job. They have come part of the family.
with a score of 55-37. roller coaster, the quarter, the roller accept defeat. As the along way.” This was According to Evans,
The whis- game, now in the coaster was going Trojans neared the clear at the game. Trent (Lovelace) is
tle sounded and second quarter, start- through corkscrews end, they gave it their In case one a great example of
the Trojans escaped ed to sky rocket with and loops with the all. Every ounce of does not know, the a leader, and that is
with the tip off ball. adrenaline. When team performing at the team was left on freshmen boys bas- why he is an inspi-
The game was like heading down the top speed. All the the court making the ketball team does ration to him. With
a roller coaster. The hill, the roller coast- efforts of practice final score 55-37. The not have a set prac- that in mind, he said
first quarter round- er reached top speed. were finally paying Trojans took the win. tice area. Sometimes since they worked
ed the corner slowly, The game was just off. The teams were The coach, they practice here, together so well, they
and started building like this. The coach- racing to both ends Kendall Bryant, de- at Lincoln or even helped each other for
tension. There was a es were screaming, of the court fighting scribed this game sometimes at ele- the win. That is ex-
lot of back and forth and parents were the clock. The crowd as a big win. This mentary schools, actly what the Trojan
from both sides. going crazy. Par- was on the end of makes their con- but none the less nation spirit is about.
Both sides grappled ents on both teams their bleacher seats. ference score 3-5. the practice paid off.
for the ball, but when agreed it was a fast The score ending the He said, “We never Bryant also
the quarter ended the pace game that was quarter was 42-18. know where we are said about the game,
well played. The sec- Like all great

Sports Editor: Jose Lopez SApo&rEts March 2017 B5

Congratulations to Josh McDonald for Hats off to the Lady Trojans who have won the
continuing his baseball career by signing with District Title five years in a row consecutively.

Walter State Community College. Congratulatons Ladies.

Best of luck to Thad Simerly. Simmerly Best wishes to Daymion Blevins, while he
continues his fishing career by signing with Bryan continues his football career by signing with
Carson Newman University. Well done Blevins.
College. Great Job Simmerly.

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